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Will AI Replace Real Estate Agents

Posted on Sep 10, 2025 in News and Views

What AI Does Really Well

You're absolutely right—AI has revolutionized property valuations. Tools like Zolo and Redfin can crunch massive data sets in seconds, analyzing comparable sales, market trends, and property features faster than any human ever could. For a quick ballpark figure, they're remarkably useful.
But here's where it gets interesting...

When Docks Talk -But Neighbours Don’t

Posted on Sep 08, 2025 in News and Views

Dock Politics and Neighbour Dynamics: The Unspoken Rules of Waterfront Living

Navigate the complex social ecosystem of waterfront communities and what can go wrong

The pristine waters of Lake of Bays shimmer in the morning sun as you sip your coffee on the deck, watching a great blue heron fish in the shallows. This is precisely why you invested in w...

The Generational Handoff

Posted on Sep 08, 2025 in News and Views

How to Pass Down Your Muskoka Cottage Without the Headaches

A family cottage is more than a property—it’s where memories live. But when it’s time to pass it down, families often face unexpected tax bills, legal surprises and even conflict between siblings. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you structure a waterfront handoff that actually works...

5 Hidden Gems - Lake of Bays

Posted on Jul 26, 2025 in News and Views

5 Hidden Gems of Lake of Bays: An Insider Guide

Discovering the extraordinary in Ontario's most sophisticated waterfront region

After years of showcasing Lake of Bays' premier waterfront properties, I've discovered that our region's greatest treasures often lie beyond the obvious attractions. These hidden gems represent the authentic character that m...

Loon Calls: Muskoka's Water Quality Report

Posted on Jul 19, 2025 in News and Views

Understanding nature's most sophisticated water quality monitoring system

Nature's Quality Assurance Programme

Across Muskoka's pristine lakes this July, an ancient conversation unfolds each dawn and dusk. The call of the loon is different. Wherever, whenever and however you happen to be reading this — on a crowded subway or home in bed, in a dentis...

Dorset Tower: Forest Guardian

Posted on Jul 17, 2025 in News and Views

A century-old sentinel transforms from life-saving lookout to a Lake of Bays' beloved landmark

High above Lake of Bays, where eagles soar and autumn paints the landscape in brilliant hues, stands one of Muskoka's most treasured landmarks. The Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower isn't simply a tourist attraction—it's a testament to ingenuity, dedication, and...

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